Science of Herbal Extraction with Verdure Sciences®

Ajay Patel, Founder, President, and Chemical Engineer by training, discusses the factors that can determine the quality and safety of herbs as they are sourced from the fields in which they are grown. Ajay goes on to describe the science behind herbal extractions and how the choice of extraction may alter the functionality and composition of the final herbal extract. Ajay and Nikeeta Kheradia, Research and Development Associate, share practical tips for practitioners to use when assessing herbal quality and extracts. Finally, Ajay discusses their new work with an extract derived from the maple leaf.